Excellent
#15 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 2% of private schools
St Gregorys Academy
High School
135 ST GREGORYS PL, Elmhurst Township, PA 18444
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#15 of 873
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St Gregorys Academy
High School in Elmhurst Township · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Gregorys Academy
St Gregorys Academy is a private high school in Elmhurst Township, PA. St Gregorys Academy serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Gregorys Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, St Gregorys Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, St Gregorys Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Gregorys Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
135 ST GREGORYS PL, Elmhurst Township, PA 18444
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Gregorys Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Pocono HS (rated 7.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Covington Twp), with a comparable rating. Another option is HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Dunmore), a more accessible option. Additionally, Dunmore JSHS (rated 6.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Dunmore), a more accessible option. For more schools in Elmhurst Township, see our Elmhurst Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Moscow El Sch Moscow | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| North Pocono Intmd Sch Moscow | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| North Pocono MS Moscow | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Jefferson El Sch Lake Ariel | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| THE CHILDREN'S CORNERSTONE Dunmore | 4.2 mi | — |
| North Pocono HS Covington Twp | 5.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Mid Valley Secondary Center Throop | 5.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Mid Valley El Ctr Throop | 5.5 mi | 4.2 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Dunmore | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Dunmore | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MARY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Dunmore | 5.1 mi | 7.1 |
| LA SALLE ACADEMY Jessup | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Dunmore JSHS Dunmore | 5.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Dunmore El Ctr Dunmore | 5.7 mi | 6.5 |
| William Prescott #38 Scranton | 5.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Valley View El Ctr Peckville | 7.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS Scranton | 5.5 mi | 4.5 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL SCHOOL OF SCRANTON Scranton | 6.0 mi | 6.9 |
| NAVTIVITY MIGUEL SCHL-SCRANTON Scranton | 6.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BETH SHALOM ACADEMY Scranton | 6.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18444 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,919
Median Home Value
$249,400
Median Rent
$1,015/mo
Population
13,681
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
46.7
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| ABRAXAS I ARLENE LISSNER HIGH SCHOOL Marienville, PA | 8.8 |
| ABRAXAS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM South Mountain, PA | 8.5 |
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| Austin Area JSHS Austin, PA | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Gregorys Academy
What grades does St Gregorys Academy serve?
St Gregorys Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Gregorys Academy?
St Gregorys Academy has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Gregorys Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Gregorys Academy is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Gregorys Academy rank in PA?
St Gregorys Academy ranks #15 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Gregorys Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Gregorys Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Gregorys Academy a private school?
Yes, St Gregorys Academy is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Gregorys Academy a religious school?
St Gregorys Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Phone
- (571) 295-6244
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